ULTIMATE WOLVERINE ##1
Marvel Comics • Ultimate Wolverine Vol 1 (2025)
Writer
Chris Condon
Interior Artist
Alessandro Cappuccio
Cover Artist
Gleb Melnikov
Publication Date
January 2025
Cover Variant
Regular/A Cover
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the 'Ultimate Universe' relaunch initiated by Jonathan Hickman. This issue introduces the new Ultimate version of Wolverine, Logan, in a world where the Maker has rewritten superhero history. It establishes the character's new status quo and mission within Earth-6160.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (CGC 9.4)
Condition Details
Fresh out of original shipping materials. Sharp corners are visible through the polybag. No apparent color-breaking spine stress or blunting. The slight waviness visible is likely due to the plastic bagging and not the comic itself.
Estimated Market Value
$4.99 - $10.00 (Raw); $60 - $80 (CGC 9.8 Anticipated)
Recent Sales
Initial pre-orders and release day sales are trending at cover price ($4.99) for standard editions. Higher ratios or retailer exclusives for this issue are fetching $25-$100 depending on rarity.
Grading Recommendation
Currently only worth grading if the owner believes it is a guaranteed 9.8 for a personal collection. As a modern, high-print-run first issue, the market will soon be saturated with 9.8 copies. A professional press and clean is recommended to ensure the highest possible grade.
Notable Features
First appearance of the Ultimate Wolverine (Earth-6160 version). Direct Edition with modern UPC. Launch of a new ongoing series.
Authentication Notes
Authentic modern Marvel publication. Features the standard modern white-bordered Ultimate Universe branding, correct logo placement for the 2024/2025 line, and crisp digital coloring/printing consistent with current Marvel manufacturing.